Dec 06, 2010 (Close-Up Media via COMTEX) — China Unicom has added Andrew Solutions, a CommScope, Inc. division that is a provider of wireless communication systems and products, to its list of approved vendors for remote electrical tilt (RET) base station antennas, centralizing antenna procurement for the operator’s ongoing 3G network build-out.
“Being added to the approved vendor list is another step forward in our commitment to China Unicom and its effort to build a world-class WCDMA platform for 3G subscribers,” said Chinnee Tong, vice president of sales, Andrew Solutions. “Our leading RET antennas, production capabilities in Suzhou, China, and extensive experience in supporting 3G networks will help us meet China Unicom’s needs.” According to a release, by adding the CommScope wireless unit to its approved vendor list, China Unicom has enabled regional offices to select Teletilt sectored single- or dual-polarized base station antennas for centralized purchase. China Unicom chose Teletilt antennas after rigorous testing and screening. CommScope’s wireless division also supplies other RF Path products to China Unicom for its WCDMA communication network, including transmission lines, connectors, and accessories.
RET antennas enable wireless operators to adjust remotely the downtilt of antenna coverage patterns in order to manage capacity for subscribers.tennas have been deployed in many wireless networks around the world.
CommScope’s Andrew provides wireless infrastructure solutions to Chinese telecom operators and OEMs, and CommScope, Inc. provides infrastructure that makes communication possible.
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CommScope's Andrew Solutions Makes China Unicom's Vendor List
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